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Artistic swimmers file lawsuit against Canadian governing body for abuse allegations March 09, 2021 - 2:11 PM

MONTREAL - Five former elite artistic swimmers from Canada announced Tuesday they've filed a proposed class action against the country's governing body for the sport for allegedly failing to provide a safe environment for athletes.
Unlike NHLers, other athletes not getting border exemption from Canadian government June 08, 2021 - 8:07 AM

TORONTO - Barely two months before she'll step up to the start line at the Tokyo Olympics, Melissa Bishop-Nriagu was confined to her home for a 14-day quarantine.
Final goodbye: Recalling influential people who died in 2020 December 31, 2020 - 7:29 AM

In a year defined by a devastating pandemic, the world lost iconic defenders of civil rights, great athletes and entertainers who helped define their genres.
Canada Artistic Swimming plans to 'rip off the band-aid' to create better environment October 30, 2020 - 12:10 PM

Canada Artistic Swimming says it plans to "rip off the band-aid" in a widespread effort to build a better culture and safer space for its athletes.
Toronto FC still winning on extended road trip but being away from home takes a toll October 10, 2020 - 10:19 AM

Away from the pitch in their pandemic home of East Hartford, Toronto FC players can play foosball, ping-pong or video games.
CFL Players' Association says it has tentatively secured assistance for members August 19, 2020 - 4:52 PM

There will be no pro football in Canada in 2020, but the CFL Players' Association says it has tentatively secured its membership some financial help.
CFL opt-out rules come into focus as CBA negotiations continue July 28, 2020 - 2:26 PM

A CFL player opting out of a potential shortened season won't be paid, but could still hit free agency this winter if he's in the final year of his contract.
Source: Federal, provincial government awaiting certainty from CFL July 27, 2020 - 12:29 PM

TORONTO - It seems CFL players, coaches, front-office officials and fans aren't the only ones eagerly awaiting the outcome of the league's amendment talks with the CFL Players' Association.
Winnipeg set to become CFL hub city if league has 2020 season July 21, 2020 - 2:57 PM

TORONTO - Winnipeg will be the hub city for the CFL's shortened 2020 season if the league reaches several goals.
Max Domi says delay in return to Canadiens necessary to feel comfortable July 21, 2020 - 2:27 PM

MONTREAL - Max Domi returned to the Montreal Canadiens when he was satisfied the risk to himself was manageable.
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